Resources for professionals and enthusiasts in the Garden Pond Industry

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Water Gardening and Pond Industry Groups

PondPros

www.pondpros.com

PondPros.com is the official directory of the Pond Professionals Alliance, connecting homeowners and businesses with trusted pond contractors worldwide. The platform offers an easy way to find qualified professionals by region while promoting credibility and education within the pond industry.

 

Pond Professionals Alliance - Industry Network and Support

https://pondprofessionalsalliance.org/

A nonprofit trade organization dedicated to supporting pond and water-feature professionals around the world through networking, education, and best-practice sharing.

 

The International Waterlily and Watergardening Society - Global Leader

https://iwgs.org/

The IWGS is one of the most comprehensive international organizations focused on water gardening and aquatic plants, offering access to journals, plant databases, competitions, events, and a community of professionals and enthusiasts worldwide.

 

Colorado Water Garden Society - Regional Water Garden Community

https://colowatergardensociety.org/

The Colorado Water Garden Society (CWGS) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization formed in 1983 to encourage a greater appreciation and interest in the use of water in the landscape. As the first established water garden society in the world, our mission is to provide education about water gardening to the general public and to stimulate the study and culture of water plants.

Skylands Aquarium and & Water Garden Group - SAWGG

https://sawgg.org/

A private, non-profit social club for hobbyists living in the Skylands Region of New Jersey.

 

 

PODCASTS

The Deep End with Eric Triplett

https://theponddigger.com/apple-podcasts/#

If you love Waterfalls, Koi, Ponds, Goldfish, Turtles, Ducks, Rock, Fountains and quite frankly anything to do with water features, then you’re in the right spot! Be warned, you are in the SplashZone when listening to this podcast hosted by Eric Triplett, AKA The Pond Digger.

 

 

PLANT RESOURCES

Pond Plants Online - List of Regulated or Illegal Aquatic Plants by State - 2026

https://www.pondplantsonline.com/pages/2016-list-of-regulated-or-illegal-plants

New York State Aquatic Invasive Species

https://dec.ny.gov/nature/invasive-species/aquatic

IWGS Plant Database

https://plants.iwgs.org/

Regulated and Prohibited Aquatic Plants (UPDATED 03/12/18) 
Combined State and Federal Lists updated monthly, compiled by Kelly Billing
View list here

State Regulated Noxious Weeds (UPDATED 5/20/15) 
Combined State and Federal Lists updated monthly, compiledby Kelly Billing
View list here

Minnesota Water Hyacinth 
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has reclassified WATER HYACINTH from prohibited to REGULATED effective April 6, 2015.
Learn more here.

New York State Invasive Species
The Prohibited and Regulated Invasive Species list (6 NYCRR Part 575) took effect on March 10, 2015, v
View Invasive species list here.
Download a PDF of the prohibited and regulated invastive species here.

POND Trade Water Lily Pests: Resource Guide (Added 12/4/14) 
Water lily pests come in many forms. Take a look at the pdf of some of the most common. Learn the recommend way of controlling pests.
Download the PDF

 

Pond Building Resources

The Tub Pond Handbook

The Tub Pond Handbook by Ted Coletti is a comprehensive guide for creating and maintaining small-scale water gardens, focusing on container ponds, patio ponds, and outdoor fish breeding tubs, featuring practical advice, over 200 color images, and resources for hobbyists. The 2nd Edition covers tub selection, biological balance, plant and fish care, pest control, and includes helpful timetables and supply lists, making it a go-to reference for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike

https://www.amazon.com/Tub-Pond-Handbook-Comprehensive-Container/dp/B091W9WLDP

Water X Scapes – Pond & Water Feature Resource Toolbox

Includes manufacturer links, blog posts, product manuals, videos, downloads, and useful how-to content for ponds and water features.

https://waterxscapes.com/resources/